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alcaide-mor
nounmasculinearchaicarcaico/ɐɫkɐjd(ɨ)ˈmɔɾ/al·cai·de-·mor
Definition
1Historical title for the official who held the highest military and administrative authority in a region or district, superior to that of alcaide.
Usage examples
“The alcaide-mor was responsible for the defense of the entire province.”
“The title of alcaide-mor was hereditary in some noble families.”